At about 1751 local time on 11 March 2025, train 8076, en route from Bendigo to Melbourne, Victoria, struck track maintenance equipment that was foul of the track. A track worker was nearby at the time of the incident but clear of the track. There was minimal damage to the train and no reported injuries.
Victoria's Chief Investigator, Transport Safety is investigating the incident under the Transport Safety Investigation Act 2003 (Cth) under a collaboration agreement with the ATSB.
The investigation will include:
- conducting interviews of persons involved in the incident
- examining available recorded data
- examination of safe working rules and procedures.
The final report will be released at the conclusion of the investigation. Should a critical safety issue be identified during the course of the investigation, the ATSB will immediately notify relevant parties, so that appropriate safety action can be taken.